Wendella Cruises Chicago

My experience on the Chicago River Cruise was nothing short of AMAZING!! I learned a lot from the presenter, he was very knowledgeable about the information he provided and spoke very fluently. The people on board were very friendly, the workers were very professional and polite. It was very clean, the ride was very smooth. I rate this experience two thumbs up and 100 stars.

It was a wonderful experience. It was our first time in Chicago and we heard that boat tour is one of the best experiences and must try in Chicago. So we are glad we did it. The guide was very nice and explained everything nicely. The services provided on deck were good as well. Overall great experience.

My 45‑minute Wendella architecture cruise turned out to be one of the best things I did in Chicago. From the moment the boat pulled away from the dock, I felt like I was seeing the city from a completely new angle. The river-level views made familiar buildings look monumental, and the guide’s storytelling brought the skyline to life with history, humor, and details I’d never noticed before. Even though the tour was short, the pace felt perfect—fast enough to stay engaging but never rushed. By the time we returned, I had a deeper appreciation for Chicago’s architecture and a camera full of riverfront shots. I genuinely would recommend this very affordable tour to anyone visiting the city or even locals who want to see Chicago from a fresh perspective.

Alex was phenomenal and 6:30 was the perfect time! I thoroughly enjoyed knowing the history behind some of the buildings. They looked even more beautiful on the water.

Our evening on the Odyssey Chicago River Architecture Dinner Cruise was unforgettable. The views of Chicago’s iconic skyline and historic buildings were breathtaking, and the narration made the city’s architecture come alive. The staff was genuinely warm and attentive, the meal was delicious, and the atmosphere on board felt both elegant and relaxed. Watching the city lights reflect on the river while enjoying dinner with friends was a perfect experience. I would gladly recommend this cruise to anyone looking for a memorable way to experience Chicago.

Our server Noa was with wonderful. And his helper Persia was a gem. We love the food, dessert, and DJ. The DJ got everyone on the dance floor and it was an exciting and exceptional that we want to do again already. We highly highly recommend booking a cruise. So worth it! The views and crew were amazing!

Noah! He was such an amazing server! It was our first time experiencing Chicago and Noah really made us feel special! I would definitely be recommending my friends!

At first it was a little hard to find the boarding location but if you're doing the speedboat tour, just look for the Seadog ticket booth. The boarding process definitely could use some work as that part felt disorganized, but once we got on the boat it was a really wonderful experience. The views were great and the guide was awesome! Highly recommend, but definitely arrive early!